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National Guard deployed in Philadelphia as protests continue

Monday, June 1 by wcednews

Philadelphia (AP) — National Guard members remain in place in Philadelphia to protect city hall and parts of the city. Guard members were deployed there Sunday after officials closed off many areas when peaceful protests over George Floyd’s death turned into another night of destruction. Store... Read More.

PA Speaker of House: Americans demand justice

Monday, June 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Speaker of the House Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement in support of ALL Pennsylvanians following a day of protests, mired by rioting and looting: “The killing of George Floyd by a police officer was depraved and senseless. “Americans demand justice. “The tragic... Read More.

First Class Children’s Foundation school supplies drive today

Sunday, May 31 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Enjoy the sunshine today and help collect school supplies for local kids! First Class Children's Foundation has partnered with Murrays Ford Lincoln and Bucks Pizza of DuBois for a "Fill Up The Truck" event to help us gather school supplies for our... Read More.

DuBois Class of 2020 graduation ceremony rescheduled for Saturday, May 30

Saturday, May 30 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The DuBois Area High School Class of 2020 graduation has been rescheduled due to rain. Since the ceremony is set to happen outside, they've decided to move the event to Saturday, May 30. Students will still be going to Mansell Stadium near... Read More.

PA continues phased reopening with 16 more counties set to go green on June 5

Saturday, May 30 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – With more than 80 percent of the state in some phase of reopening, Governor Tom Wolf announced that 16 additional counties will take another step forward and move to green effective 12:01 a.m., June 5. Counties include Allegheny, Armstrong, Bedford, Blair,... Read More.

Roadwork starts Monday on I-80 and I-99 guide rails

Saturday, May 30 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is alerting regional motorists that guide rail improvement work is expected to start Monday, June 1, along I-80 and I-99 in Clinton, Centre, and Clearfield counties. The project will replace end treatments and substandard guide... Read More.

Our area moves into green phase and businesses open with adjustments

Friday, May 29 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – We're officially in the green phase in our area, with more COVID-19-related restrictions being lifted! As our counties prepare to move to green phase, we have some clarifications on the rules and guidelines for businesses that will be reopening. The 17 counties moving... Read More.

Penn Highlands will continue strict safety protocols in green phase

Friday, May 29 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – As the Tri-County area transitions to the green phase this Friday, May 29, officials at Penn Highlands Healthcare reiterate their adherence to the safety of patients, staff and the communities they serve as the local health system’s first priority. “Our precautions and... Read More.

Loaded gun, phone, credit card, and $200 lost near Clarion River, Elk County

Friday, May 29 by wcednews

Spring Creek Township, PA – A man lost a loaded gun, phone, credit card, and money that he had put into a plastic bag to try to keep it from getting wet as he was exploring the Clarion River in Elk County. The unnamed victim... Read More.

Short-term budget passes legislature, expected to be signed by Gov. Wolf

Friday, May 29 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — A no-new-taxes $25.8 billion budget is before Gov. Tom Wolf after winning speedy approval in the Republican-controlled Pennsylvania Legislature. Also sent to the Democratic governor Thursday was legislation to distribute about $2.6 billion in federal coronavirus aid. Wolf is expected to sign... Read More.

National Guard deployed in Philadelphia as protests continue

National Guard deployed in Philadelphia as protests continue

PA Speaker of House: Americans demand justice

First Class Children’s Foundation school supplies drive today

DuBois Class of 2020 graduation ceremony rescheduled for Saturday, May 30

PA continues phased reopening with 16 more counties set to go green on June 5

Roadwork starts Monday on I-80 and I-99 guide rails

Our area moves into green phase and businesses open with adjustments

Penn Highlands will continue strict safety protocols in green phase

Loaded gun, phone, credit card, and $200 lost near Clarion River, Elk County

Short-term budget passes legislature, expected to be signed by Gov. Wolf

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